Every Saturday, I share my Everyday FJ series, answering questions about beauty, skincare, haircare, and routines. Over the years, I’ve become obsessed with clean beauty, discovering products that actually work while being safer for your skin. Here’s a roundup of your most frequently asked questions and my answers!
Makeup
Favorite Lip Balm / Stain / Stick:
- Painted Veil #201 — perfect neutral, long-lasting, and the packaging is irresistible!
- I keep them everywhere: car, office, handbags, nightstand, etc.
Daily Makeup Routine:
- CC cream (medium)
- Concealer (medium neutral)
- Pressed powder
- Bronzer (radiant)
- Blush (Sin)
- Eyeshadow, eyeliner (sometimes)
- Brow pencil (002) + brow gel
- Mascara
- Lip balm + lipstick
Favorite Concealer: ILIA (medium neutral) — best coverage ever.
Favorite Foundation: CC cream (medium) — lightweight, hydrating, and medium coverage.
Makeup & Brush Storage:
- At home: makeup drawer container + Diptyque candle jar for brushes
- Traveling: Cuyana cases + hotel glass for brushes
Daily Makeup Brushes: Artis Oval 7 (best for foundation) — use code FJ30
Skincare
Evening Routine:
- If wearing makeup: face balm → cleanser → overnight serum → dark spot corrector → Vintner’s Daughter → moisturizer → eye cream → lip mask
- If no makeup: just cleanser
Face Wash: Face balm (original or rose) + gentle makeup remover pads
- Use code AMY20 for Elemis
Moisturizers:
- Day: Elemis Pro-Collagen Moisturizer with SPF
- Night: La Mer Crème or Elemis Pro-Collagen Oxygenating Night Cream
Favorite Eye Cream: Colleen Rothschild (retinol + vitamin C)
One Product You Can’t Live Without: Vintner’s Daughter Serum (pair with Essence for best results)
Mask: Elemis overnight mask — soak-in formula, easy and effective
Puffy Eyes in Morning: Ice roller + Elemis Hydra-Gel Eye Masks
Self-Tanner:
- Loving Tan (mitt)
- Lux Unfiltered for a clean, natural glow
Favorite Body Lotion: Nécessaire (use code FJ10)
Haircare
Shampoo & Conditioner: Alternate between two sets to prevent hair from “getting used to” one product
Hair Wash Frequency: 1–2 times per week
Dry Shampoo: 2–3 times per week, 4–6 months per can
Styling / Curling:
- Beachy waves tutorial on IGTV
- Wand under $50 + straighten bottom 2” with Chi
Preventing Damage & Split Ends:
- Heat protectant
- Bonding oil for dryness
- Split end seal
Hair Must-Haves:
- Favorite brush (Yves Durif vented brush)
- Dyson hair dryer
Fragrance
Favorites:
- Le Labo Rose 31
- Byredo Mojave Ghost
- Jo Malone Oud & Bergamot
Travel Tips: Pack under 3 oz in handbag or use a refillable mini atomizer
Brows & Lashes
Microblading: Totally worth it — minimal maintenance and perfect brows
Brow Pencil / Gel: Brow pencil 002 + clear brow gel for extra fill
Lash Extensions: Loved them before my wedding, maintain with monthly fills. Use lash serum + primer for extra fullness.
Nails
Manicure & Pedicure:
- Dip manicure + gel pedicure monthly
- Short, slightly square, light pink/white or red
- Favorite colors: OPI Funny Bunny, Be There in a Prosecco, Tiramisu for Two, Red Head Ahead
Clean & Natural Beauty
- I prioritize clean products whenever possible
- Favorites: Nécessaire (body wash, exfoliators, lotion), Beauty Counter
- Many hair, skin, and makeup products I use are “clean”
